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Life with the Lyons (film)

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'Life with the Lyons' is a 1954 British comedy film directed by Val Guest and starring Bebe Daniels, Ben Lyon and Barbara Lyon. It was a spin-off from the radio series 'Life with the Lyons', and the screenplay was based on previous episodes from the show. It was shot at Southall Studios in London with sets designed by the art director Wilfred Arnold.

It was followed in 1955 by 'The Lyons in Paris'.

Premise



The Lyon family attempt to acquire a new house in Marble Arch.

Cast



* Bebe Daniels as Bebe Lyon

* Ben Lyon as Ben Lyon

* Richard Lyon as Richard Lyon

* Barbara Lyon as Barbara Lyon

* Hugh Morton as Mr. Hemingway

* Horace Percival as Mr. Wimple

* Molly Weir as Aggie

* Doris Rogers as Florrie Wainwright

* Gwen Lewis as Mrs. Wimple

* Arthur Hill as Slim Cassidy

* Belinda Lee as Violet Hemingway

Production



The Lyons' contract called for them to receive a percentage of the film's profits.

It was the second time Belinda Lee had worked for Val Guest, the first being her debut in 'The Runaway Bus'.

Reception



Box Office

After the film's successful release, the Lyons began a long-running, BBC television series, also titled 'Life with the Lyons'. The film was made at Southall Studios.

Critical reception

'Britmovie' called it "a cheap but cheerful romp."

References






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